Effortless, confident, polished, refined and easy-going are the words that come to mind when thinking about style and fashion icon Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. The fashion publicist, wife of John F. Kennedy Jr. and daughter-in-law to Jackie O was the epitome of cool during the 90s. Her pared down approach to fashion was more than just a signature look. It personified the minimalist mood that ruled the era. But her beauty looks were just as iconic, and they have been quietly inspiring trends, from celebrity looks to TikTok trends.
Take Kendell Jenner’s golden straw-colored hair, which debuted during New York Fashion Week. The colorist behind the look counted Bessette-Kennedy as the sole inspiration for the shade. Easy-going blonde hair and wide headbands aside, Bessette-Kennedy’s simplistic makeup look is also trending. On TikTok, fans are praising her effortlessly flawless makeup style. From her smooth skin, which falls somewhere between a soft matte and satin finish, to her wispy brows and brick red lips, her aesthetic is a masterclass in ‘90s cool. Ahead, we’ve gathered six makeup products to help you recreate her signature look.